Definition/Theory (Class Summary)

Abreviated as DB; it is a collection of data (not information) that can be easily accessed, managed and updated. Databases are organized by fields, tables and records.

In order to access information from a database, a Database Management System (DBMS) is required.




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  • Analyze the use of a database as a safer way of storing data than a phyisical location.

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Disadvatages

  • Records are available worldwide, anytime.
  • They are managable and can generate statistical
  • reports.
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  • Hacking may compromise the integrity
    of the database.
  • Human errors may lead to losing data within the database.

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